IGWE ORANU CHIDUME CELEBRATES 2023 OMOR NEW YAM FESTIVAL

The traditional ruler of Omor community in Ayamelum local government, HRH Igwe Dr Chris Oranu Chidume MON (Eze Igulube Omor, Eze Anaukwu) on Saturday August, 19, 2023 performed the Omor 2023 New Yam Festival (Iwa Ji Omor) in a style.

Igwe Oranu who call on the government to continue their dedication towards encouraging productivity in the country and in the state. He believes that if the state and federal govt came encourage the citizenry to go into production of both agricultural produce and other of our daily needs, it will reduce our dependence on imported goods and increase our exportation.

He added that if these measures are taken, it will sharply improve our economy and reduce drastically the high poverty rate and economic hardship bedeviling the nation presently.

He equally commends the Governor Prof Charles Chukwuma Soludo CFR led Anambra State Government for their continued efforts that made the event a peaceful one and pray more efforts are needed towards enhancing productivity even in the state level.

Addressing the press, the Obi of Onitsha, HRM Igwe Alfred Achebe MFR encouraged Ndi Anambra, Igbos and Nigeria at large to go back to agriculture. He said that our old practice of farming our backyards if revived can go a long way to provide food security in the country.

The leader of Omor Supreme Elders Council Rtd. Hon Justice Paul Obidigwe really thanked God for blessing Omor community with a selfless monarch as HRH Igwe Dr Oranu Chidume MON who has continued serving and providing for the Omor community with his wealth.

Justice Obidigwe prayed that God will continue to bless the Igwe, his family and his source of wealth and that his reign will continue till infinity.

The high point of the event includes masquerade display, women dance troupe, Ndi Ada troupe and many other cultural displays that made the event a remarkable and a breathtaking scenery.

Also the Anambra House of Assembly Speaker, Rt Hon Somto Udeze, Anambra State commissioner for homeland, Chief Chikodi Anara (Igbakigba), Commissioner for Industry, Mr Christian, Udechukwu Hon Member Representing Ayamelum at Anambra State Assembly, Hon Abuchi Bernard Udemezue, Igwe of Aguleri, HRM Igwe Dr Mike Idigo (Eze Udo Aguleri), HRH Igwe Johnson Mbanefo of Mkpunando Aguleri, and many traditional rulers and top govt functionaries, lawmakers graced the event.

Tinubu Appoints Chioma Awuzie Substantive Rector, Fed Poly Oko

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr. Chioma Irene Awuzie as the substantive Rector of Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Anambra State. Dr. Awuzie's appointment, which takes effect immediately for a five-year term, follows the recommendation of the Polytechnic's Governing Council, chaired by Sen. Dr. Barnabas Gemade, after a transparent and competitive selection process where she emerged as the leading candidate. Prior to her appointment, Awuzie, who holds a Doctorate Degree in Physical and Materials Chemistry, was a distinguished Chief Lecturer in the Department of Science Laboratory Technology (Chemistry Option) and also Director in-charge of Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) Projects in the Polytechnic. Under her stewardship, Federal Polytechnic, Oko, witnessed unprecedented advancements in infrastructure and institutional transformation. Her leadership facilitated monumental developments across the Polytechnic’s campuses in Oko, ...

#Watchvideo : SECURITY FORCES BURST THE CAMP OF UNKNOWN GUNMEN IN AKOKWA

Security Forces in the state through a coordinated intelligence report has bursted the camp of the unknown gunmen at Akokwa, Arondizuogu after a long gun duel which resulted to the death of some of the criminals and others arrested. These criminal elements have been known to be behind several attacks in the state such as the killing of police men in Mbaise, Aba Branch in Ehime Mbano, burning down of police stations, attack and attempted kidnapping of former Governor Ikedi Ohakim, abduction of Miss. P.P. Johnson, a female soldier in Okigwe and recently the attack in Akokwa that left many dead. It is obvious that these daredevil gunmen have been perpetuating their evil plans unabated until yesterday when their camp was bursted by security agencies. This is another assurance that our security operatives are leaving no stone unturned in the fight against banditry and other related activities. While it has become obvious that the activities of these non state actors are politically motivate...

Valentine Ozigbo Resigns from Labour Party

In a shocking move, against all speculations over the last few days, Valentine Ozigbo, a close ally of Peter Obi, has announced his resignation from the Labour Party (LP). Ozigbo confirmed his decision to Diaspora Digital Media on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, but declined to provide further details, opting instead to share his reasons during an interactive session on X (Twitter) Space. The session, scheduled for 8 PM, will feature Ozigbo in conversation with Anambra's First Son, @uchepokoye, discussing pressing issues affecting Anambra State, including security challenges, societal fabric collapse, and the hope for a better future. Ozigbo's resignation has sparked interest, with many awaiting his detailed explanation for leaving the Labour Party. His decision comes at a critical time for the party, which has been navigating various challenges in recent months. Credit: Diaspora Digital Media

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